Grade Schoolers
Resources for Families with Grade School-Age Kids
Upcoming Events Good for K-5 Kids in the East Bay
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden3:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Crafternoons @ Claremont Branch | Berkeley Public Library
8:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Discount Drive-In Movies @ West Wind Solano Drive-In
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Kids Craft Hour @ Albany Library3:00 pm – 5:00 pm: End of School Year Party @ Bay Farm Branch | Alameda Free Library
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Fish Feeding Viewing @ Crab Cove Visitor Center
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm: LEGO Play @ Mr. Mopps’ Children’s Books & Toys
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm: Nature Storytime @ Golden Gate Branch | Oakland Public Library
6:30 pm – 7:00 pm: Magic Show @ Main Branch | San Leandro Public Library
Thursday, May 28, 2026
9:00 am – 7:00 pm: Splash Park @ El Cerrito Swim CenterRecent Posts about Big Kids’ Stuff
Family Fun: Off The Grid Treasure Island
Free admission. Free ferry rides with RSVP. Family-friendly fun and food with a view Saturdays April 11 through May 16.
On Sale Now: Brick Blast for LEGO® Fans
Get your tickets before the prices go up to enjoy the incredible Brick Blast LEGO Fan Event in Santa Clara
99 Kid-friendly Restaurants in the East Bay
99 kid-friendly restaurants to check out in Oakland and Berkeley from Breakfast for dinner to Mexican, Pizza, Asian, Diners, and lots more!
U-Pick Strawberries & Other Berries in the Bay Area
The warmer days of Spring and early Summer (from April to July) bring the prospect of juicy sweet strawberries and other yummy berries
Introducing Lair of the Bear Family Camp
Guests will be greeted with great enthusiasm by college-aged staffers who are delighted to hang out with your kids, make them feel special, and entertain ...
Organic U-Pick Flowers & Fruit in Brentwood
The Urban Edge Farm in Brentwood is a 34-acre organic farm. Fill your baskets, buckets, and boxes with flowers or apricots.
LGBTQ+ Pride Month Activities for Families
We love family-friendly Pride celebrations and they're back in full swing. Celebrations for LGBTQ families & allies alike.
Tilden Park Little Farm, Free & Fun for All Ages
Tilden Park's Little Farm is fantastic, free, and open year-round. Get up-close-and-personal with cows, piglets, chickens, goats, bunnies, and more.
Summertime Reading Games Powered by the Libraries
Summer is for reading! Many area public libraries offer summer reading games, community events & many cool kid-sized prizes for reading.
Cal Sailing Club Offers Free Boat Rides (Sometimes)
Did you know that Cal Sailing Club offers regular free rides to curious community members (including kids 5+)?
